Alexander's Sister
Description
Alexander's Sister is a sophisticated cocktail born at the Savoy Hotel in 1930. Created as a gin version of the brandy-based Alexander, it features a distinctive emerald green color. The refreshing stimulation of mint liqueur harmonizes exquisitely with the smoothness of fresh cream, making it perfect as an after-dinner drink. Enjoy the elegant and refined taste that was beloved by London's high society before the war.
Origin
Country of Origin: United Kingdom （1930年）
Created by Harry Craddock, bartender at London's Savoy Hotel. Inspired by the existing Alexander cocktail, he replaced brandy with gin to develop a lighter, more refined cocktail for women. It was included in 'The Savoy Cocktail Book' and spread worldwide.
Birth Date Meaning
A musician who lifts spirits
The refreshing stimulation of mint liqueur and the smoothness of cream lift the heart like music played by a musician, inspiring and uplifting the mood
Famous Quotes
- "Like Alexander's beautiful sister, an elegant and charming drink" - Harry Craddock
Trivia
- Historic cocktail featured in Harry Craddock's 1930 'The Savoy Cocktail Book'
- Created as a gin version of the brandy-based Alexander cocktail
- Characterized by beautiful emerald green color from crème de menthe
- Beloved by London's upper class before World War II as an elegant cocktail
- Named 'Sister' as it represents the feminine version of the original Alexander
Recipe
Ingredients:
- Dry Gin - 20 ml
- Crème de Menthe Green - 20 ml
- Fresh Cream - 20 ml
Instructions:
- Fill shaker with ice
- Add dry gin
- Add crème de menthe green
- Add fresh cream
- Shake well
- Strain into cocktail glass
- Sprinkle nutmeg powder to finish